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We know the threats of viruses and bacteria, but what about fungi? 🍄🔍 Fungi can be part of our normal flora, but one stands out for its resilience. Our blog post explains why we are keeping a close watch on Candidozyma auris in particular. 🔗

We know the threats of viruses and bacteria, but what about fungi? 🍄🔍 Fungi can be part of our normal flora, but one stands out for its resilience. Our blog post explains why we are keeping a close watch on Candidozyma auris in particular. 🔗

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The terrible news of 5 infant deaths from whooping cough (pertussis) is a reminder of how deadly this illness can be. If you're pregnant, it's important to have the #Pertussis vaccine when offered. It helps protect your baby in their first weeks of life

The terrible news of 5 infant deaths from whooping cough (pertussis) is a reminder of how deadly this illness can be. If you're pregnant, it's important to have the #Pertussis vaccine when offered. It helps protect your baby in their first weeks of life

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The first signs of #WhoopingCough are like those of a cold, followed by symptoms including: 🔹 intense coughing 🔹 difficulty breathing after coughing 🔹 thick mucus & vomiting 🔹 a distinctive 'whoop' sound (babies & adults may not 'whoop')

The first signs of #WhoopingCough are like those of a cold, followed by symptoms including: 🔹 intense coughing 🔹 difficulty breathing after coughing 🔹 thick mucus & vomiting 🔹 a distinctive 'whoop' sound (babies & adults may not 'whoop')

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ICYMI, new data shows high levels of confidence in the UK’s childhood vaccination programme. 90% of parents also agreed that vaccine-preventable diseases like pneumonia, meningitis, hepatitis, polio and septicaemia were serious. Read the full story here:

ICYMI, new data shows high levels of confidence in the UK’s childhood vaccination programme. 90% of parents also agreed that vaccine-preventable diseases like pneumonia, meningitis, hepatitis, polio and septicaemia were serious. Read the full story here:

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If you're suffering with a viral infections like #Flu or #COVID19 this winter, don't reach for antibiotics. They won't help you feel better. ⚠ Vaccines are the best way to protect against viruses. Find out more. 👇

If you're suffering with a viral infections like #Flu or #COVID19 this winter, don't reach for antibiotics. They won't help you feel better. ⚠ Vaccines are the best way to protect against viruses. Find out more. 👇

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Whooping cough (pertussis) cases are currently very high, & the disease can be life-threatening for newborn babies. If you're pregnant, it's important to take up the #Pertussis vaccine when offered. It helps protect your baby in their first weeks of life

Whooping cough (pertussis) cases are currently very high, & the disease can be life-threatening for newborn babies. If you're pregnant, it's important to take up the #Pertussis vaccine when offered. It helps protect your baby in their first weeks of life

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The first signs of #WhoopingCough are like those of a cold, followed by symptoms including: 🔹 intense coughing 🔹 difficulty breathing after coughing 🔹 thick mucus & vomiting 🔹 a distinctive 'whoop' sound (babies & adults may not 'whoop')

The first signs of #WhoopingCough are like those of a cold, followed by symptoms including: 🔹 intense coughing 🔹 difficulty breathing after coughing 🔹 thick mucus & vomiting 🔹 a distinctive 'whoop' sound (babies & adults may not 'whoop')

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They might look like something out of a horror movie, but these naturally occurring "spider viruses", better known as #Bacteriophages, could be a powerful new weapon to tackle the growing threat of #AMR 🦠

They might look like something out of a horror movie, but these naturally occurring "spider viruses", better known as #Bacteriophages, could be a powerful new weapon to tackle the growing threat of #AMR 🦠

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Our new #RSV vaccination programme has just started, and will protect thousands of children & older adults. This blog post explains what RSV is and who can get vaccinated - click below for more info:

Our new #RSV vaccination programme has just started, and will protect thousands of children & older adults. This blog post explains what RSV is and who can get vaccinated - click below for more info:

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Did you see our latest #UKHSAVirusWatch? 📊 #Flu activity is increasing and has reached low activity levels, #RSV is continuing to rise in all age groups, especially in the under 5s, and #COVID19 levels have slightly decreased. 🔬

Did you see our latest #UKHSAVirusWatch? 📊 #Flu activity is increasing and has reached low activity levels, #RSV is continuing to rise in all age groups, especially in the under 5s, and #COVID19 levels have slightly decreased. 🔬

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While the 'whoop' in #Whoopingcough is very distinctive, some babies and adults don't make the classic sound. Make sure you know what to look out for, how it’s treated and how to protect your child:

While the 'whoop' in #Whoopingcough is very distinctive, some babies and adults don't make the classic sound. Make sure you know what to look out for, how it’s treated and how to protect your child:

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If you're pregnant, it's important to protect yourself and your baby this winter by getting your #COVID19 vaccine. 🤰 Book now and get winter strong. 📅 Speak to your GP or midwife, or you can book online or via the NHS App:

If you're pregnant, it's important to protect yourself and your baby this winter by getting your #COVID19 vaccine. 🤰 Book now and get winter strong. 📅 Speak to your GP or midwife, or you can book online or via the NHS App:

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Our new technical briefing has been published today, including the latest epidemiological and genomic analysis of the emergent BA.2.86 variant. Prof Susan Hopkins, Chief Medical Advisor, explains more 🔽 Read the full technical briefing:

Our new technical briefing has been published today, including the latest epidemiological and genomic analysis of the emergent BA.2.86 variant. Prof Susan Hopkins, Chief Medical Advisor, explains more 🔽 Read the full technical briefing:

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🎧Our Chief Scientific Officer Professor Robin May spoke to BBC Breakfast this morning about the hantavirus outbreak, explaining why the risk to the public is very low and how contact tracing is being carefully targeted. Listen to the interview here. 🔽

🎧Our Chief Scientific Officer Professor Robin May spoke to BBC Breakfast this morning about the hantavirus outbreak, explaining why the risk to the public is very low and how contact tracing is being carefully targeted. Listen to the interview here. 🔽

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The MenACWY vaccine is offered to teenagers in the UK, but it doesn't protect against MenB, the strain behind the meningitis outbreak in Kent. This is why we are offering the MenB vaccine to certain eligible groups, Dr Vanessa Saliba explains the protection it offers down below.

The MenACWY vaccine is offered to teenagers in the UK, but it doesn't protect against MenB, the strain behind the meningitis outbreak in Kent. This is why we are offering the MenB vaccine to certain eligible groups, Dr Vanessa Saliba explains the protection it offers down below.

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We’re excited to announce the launch of a new government campaign, calling on anyone expecting a baby to protect themselves and their little one with vaccines against RSV, whooping cough and flu. 👶 🔗 #StayStrongGetVaccinated

We’re excited to announce the launch of a new government campaign, calling on anyone expecting a baby to protect themselves and their little one with vaccines against RSV, whooping cough and flu. 👶 🔗 #StayStrongGetVaccinated

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#Measles spreads quickly and can be serious – but how infectious is it? Dr Colin Campbell, Consultant Epidemiologist, explains how measles ranks compared to other diseases and why #vaccination is so important. Find out more:

#Measles spreads quickly and can be serious – but how infectious is it? Dr Colin Campbell, Consultant Epidemiologist, explains how measles ranks compared to other diseases and why #vaccination is so important. Find out more:

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Measles usually starts with cold-like symptoms followed by a rash. Find out more about the symptoms here 👇

Measles usually starts with cold-like symptoms followed by a rash. Find out more about the symptoms here 👇

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Summer holiday planned? Whether you're off somewhere new or returning to a familiar favourite, Dr Anjali Pai shares how to stay safe while travelling, so you can prepare early and beat the summer rush. ✈ 🔗 Find country-specific advice and vaccine info at

Summer holiday planned? Whether you're off somewhere new or returning to a familiar favourite, Dr Anjali Pai shares how to stay safe while travelling, so you can prepare early and beat the summer rush. ✈ 🔗 Find country-specific advice and vaccine info at

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Our Consultant Epidemiologist, Dr Vanessa Saliba, shares why we're rolling out the MenB vaccine when teenagers receive a vaccine that protects them against meningitis.

Our Consultant Epidemiologist, Dr Vanessa Saliba, shares why we're rolling out the MenB vaccine when teenagers receive a vaccine that protects them against meningitis.

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Kids are back in the school playground, and germs are ready to play tag 🦠✋ 👩‍👦💬 Remind children that regular handwashing helps stop germs spreading. 🧼 Use soap and warm water ⏲ Wash your hands for more than 20 seconds

Kids are back in the school playground, and germs are ready to play tag 🦠✋ 👩‍👦💬 Remind children that regular handwashing helps stop germs spreading. 🧼 Use soap and warm water ⏲ Wash your hands for more than 20 seconds

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Dr Suzanna McDonald is back with #UKHSAVirusWatch in 60 seconds. ⏱️ Now is your very last chance to get your flu vaccine in order to protect yourself ahead of the festive period. If you're eligible, book now through your GP practice or online. 🔗

Dr Suzanna McDonald is back with #UKHSAVirusWatch in 60 seconds. ⏱️ Now is your very last chance to get your flu vaccine in order to protect yourself ahead of the festive period. If you're eligible, book now through your GP practice or online. 🔗

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For more information on measles and how to protect yourself and your little ones, read our blog post. 🔗

For more information on measles and how to protect yourself and your little ones, read our blog post. 🔗

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.Diane Ashiru, PhD shares some of the simple actions we can all take to tackle #AMR this World AMR Awareness Week and beyond Find out more on the Antibiotic Guardian website: #WAAW

.Diane Ashiru, PhD shares some of the simple actions we can all take to tackle #AMR this World AMR Awareness Week and beyond Find out more on the Antibiotic Guardian website: #WAAW

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WATCH: Prof Susan Hopkins, Chief Medical Advisor at UKHSA speaking about the imported case of #mpox Clade Ib that has been detected in the UK. For more info, read our blog post:

WATCH: Prof Susan Hopkins, Chief Medical Advisor at UKHSA speaking about the imported case of #mpox Clade Ib that has been detected in the UK. For more info, read our blog post:

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Antibiotics don’t work for colds or flu. Join our mission to #KeepAntibioticsWorking for when you and your family need them most.

Antibiotics don’t work for colds or flu. Join our mission to #KeepAntibioticsWorking for when you and your family need them most.

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Gaynor, a midwife at Royal Surrey, explains how vaccines in pregnancy for #whoopingcough, #flu and #RSV reduce the risk of bronchiolitis, respiratory problems and hospital admissions for babies. Find out more:

Gaynor, a midwife at Royal Surrey, explains how vaccines in pregnancy for #whoopingcough, #flu and #RSV reduce the risk of bronchiolitis, respiratory problems and hospital admissions for babies. Find out more:

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Norovirus, also known as the 'winter vomiting bug', continues to spread at high levels. 🤢 Here is what you can do to avoid the spread 🧼

Norovirus, also known as the 'winter vomiting bug', continues to spread at high levels. 🤢 Here is what you can do to avoid the spread 🧼

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Taking antibiotics? Take them as directed by your GP, nurse, or pharmacist. 👩‍⚕️💊 Join our mission to #KeepAntibioticsWorking for when you and your loved ones need them most. 🔗

Taking antibiotics? Take them as directed by your GP, nurse, or pharmacist. 👩‍⚕️💊 Join our mission to #KeepAntibioticsWorking for when you and your loved ones need them most. 🔗

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In England, #HIV and wider #STI testing is free, confidential, and in some areas, you can order self-sampling kits online. HIV testing is vital to getting the right support & treatment. Find out more: #ZeroHIVStigmaDay #HIVTesting

In England, #HIV and wider #STI testing is free, confidential, and in some areas, you can order self-sampling kits online. HIV testing is vital to getting the right support & treatment. Find out more: #ZeroHIVStigmaDay #HIVTesting

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Think the common cold spreads fast? Measles is nearly twice as contagious, and far more serious. ⚠️ Unlike a common cold, simple hygiene measures aren’t enough to slow it’s spread. The MMR vaccine is your best protection. ♥️ 🔗

Think the common cold spreads fast? Measles is nearly twice as contagious, and far more serious. ⚠️ Unlike a common cold, simple hygiene measures aren’t enough to slow it’s spread. The MMR vaccine is your best protection. ♥️ 🔗

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